MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Officer-In-Charge of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), Fitzgerald Biago, has warned officers of the Agency to maintain integrity.

Commissioner Biago said drug traffickers are enemies of the State who survive at the expense of young people.

He said that to build and maintain a good public image, LDEA officers should avoid being friends with drug dealers in any form.

DCP Biago warned LDEA officers who are connected to drug traffickers to distance themselves or be dealt with in line with the Agency’s standing order.

The LDEA boss noted that the entity will not rest in ensuring that those involved with illicit drug activity are hunted down.

In a related development, the Multi-Sectoral Committee on Drugs and Substance Abuse has officially launched a five-year national anti-drug action plan in the Country.

Performing the launch in Congo Town on Thursday, Health Minister, Dr. Louise Kpoto, disclosed that the anti-drug action plan has been approved by President Joseph Boakai.

Dr. Kpoto said each of the sectors has its respective role to play in curbing the importation and abuse of dangerous substances in Liberia.

She explained that the construction of the rehabilitation hospital, which is currently taking place in Bentol, is nearing completion.

The Health Minister thanked the Interim Administrative Team of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency for its fight in combating drugs in the country.

In a related development, the Justice Ministry, on December 18, 2025, joined the Health Ministry and the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency to officially launch Liberia’s Anti-Drug Action Plan.

According to a Justice Ministry release, the plan, which is expected to run from 2025 to 2030, is designed to strengthen Liberia’s response to illicit drug use and trafficking through a coordinated approach.

The Five-Year National Drug Plan emphasizes law enforcement, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and public awareness.

Speaking at the launch on Thursday, Justice Minister Cllr. Oswald Tweh described the plan as a critical milestone in safeguarding public health, enhancing national security, and protecting youth in the Country from the growing threat posed by illegal drugs.

Minister Tweh emphasized the government’s commitment to working collaboratively across institutions to curb drug abuse and address its associated social and economic impacts.